World - Crude Oil and Processed Petroleum - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Crude petroleum, also known as crude oil, is a naturally occurring liquid found beneath the Earth's surface. It is a fossil fuel formed over millions of years from the remains of marine plants and animals. Crude oil is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, organic compounds primarily made up of hydrogen and carbon atoms. It also contains small amounts of sulfur, nitrogen, and oxygen compounds.
Before crude oil can be used, it needs to be refined to separate and remove impurities and convert it into various useful products. The refining process involves several stages, each designed to break down the complex mixture of hydrocarbons into simpler compounds.
Distillation
The first step in refining crude oil is distillation, which takes advantage of the different boiling points of various hydrocarbons. The crude oil is heated in a distillation tower, and as it vaporizes, it travels up the tower. Different compounds vaporize at different heights, allowing for their separation. The top of the tower collects lighter hydrocarbons, such as gasoline and jet fuel, while the bottom collects heavier compounds like diesel and residual fuel oil.
Cracking
Cracking is a process used to convert heavy, long-chain hydrocarbons into lighter ones. This is achieved by breaking the large hydrocarbon molecules into smaller, more useful ones. Two common methods of cracking are catalytic cracking and thermal cracking. Catalytic cracking involves the use of a catalyst to accelerate the reaction, while thermal cracking uses high temperatures and pressures.
Hydrocracking
Hydrocracking is a type of cracking that uses hydrogen and a catalyst to break down heavy hydrocarbons. This process is particularly useful for converting high-boiling point fractions into gasoline and other lighter products.
Desulfurization
Crude oil often contains sulfur compounds that are harmful to the environment and can corrode machinery. Desulfurization is the process of removing sulfur from crude oil to reduce emissions and improve product quality. Various methods, such as hydrodesulfurization (HDS), are used to remove sulfur compounds and produce low-sulfur fuels.
Catalytic Reforming
Catalytic reforming is a process used to convert low-octane naphtha into high-octane gasoline. It involves restructuring the hydrocarbon molecules through the use of a catalyst, resulting in the production of compounds with improved performance and stability.
Alkylation
Alkylation is a process used to combine smaller, low-value hydrocarbons into larger, high-value hydrocarbons. It involves the reaction of an olefin, such as propylene or butylene, with an isoparaffin, such as isobutane. The resulting alkylate is a valuable blending component for gasoline.
Other Processes
In addition to the above processes, there are several other refining processes used to further enhance the quality and value of the products obtained from crude oil. These include isomerization, polymerization, and various purification techniques.
Conclusion
Crude oil goes through a complex refining process to transform it into a wide range of useful products. The distillation process separates crude oil into different fractions based on their boiling points. Cracking and hydrocracking convert heavy hydrocarbons into lighter and more valuable ones. Desulfurization removes sulfur compounds, catalytic reforming improves gasoline octane ratings, and alkylation combines smaller hydrocarbons into larger ones. These refining processes, along with others, ensure that crude oil is transformed into essential fuels and feedstocks for various industries.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for crude oil and processed petroleum. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
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Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for crude oil and processed petroleum.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global crude oil market.